STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations and Technology. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision.

On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.

THE ROLE

Our client is seeking a reliable and hardworking Caretaker / Building Cleaner to maintain the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of residential and common areas across their properties in Hamilton, ON.

The successful candidate will be responsible for general cleaning, garbage and recycling duties, floor care, washroom cleaning, minor exterior maintenance, and reporting building deficiencies. The role also involves assisting with preparation for pest control treatments and interacting professionally with tenants, contractors, and building staff.

ADVANTAGES

$23.74–$25.81/hr, depending on experience

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

Temporary contract with potential for permanent employment

Flexible contract length based on client requirements

Stable, team-oriented work environment

Weekly pay

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform general cleaning and caretaking duties throughout residential buildings and common areas

Vacuum carpets, runners, and upholstered furniture

Spot clean carpets, walls, doors, and other surfaces as required

Sweep, mop, and damp mop floors

Operate floor-cleaning and buffing equipment

Dust and clean desks, tables, countertops, cabinets, window ledges, chairs, telephones, dividers, and other surfaces





Dust high areas including vents, blinds, pictures, plaques, and other fixtures

Clean washrooms, toilets, urinals, sinks, counters, mirrors, and dispensers

Replenish paper towels, toilet tissue, soap, and other cleaning supplies

Empty waste baskets and dispose of garbage appropriately

Replace garbage liners as required

Collect and move garbage and recycling bins to designated pickup areas

Schedule and prepare bulk garbage for pickup

Clean and power wash garbage rooms

Perform light graffiti removal

Clean elevators, stairwells, drinking fountains, glass doors, and partitions

Clean kitchen areas and appliances in common spaces and meeting rooms

Shovel and salt main entrances during winter conditions

Maintain clean and organized janitorial rooms and equipment

Clean equipment and report any equipment malfunctions

Act as a keyholder and secure/lock designated areas as required

Conduct daily property inspections and report deficiencies such as burnt-out lights, leaking taps, damage, or other maintenance concerns

Assist with preparing common areas and units for pest control treatments

Move furniture away from walls or cover items as required for pest control preparation

Follow cleaning chemical handling procedures and review relevant safety information

Interact professionally with tenants, contractors, emergency personnel,



and building staff

Refer tenant concerns to the appropriate staff when required

Follow all workplace health and safety policies and procedures

Perform other related duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

Previous commercial, residential, institutional, or industrial cleaning experience

Knowledge of general cleaning methods, materials, chemicals, and equipment

Experience operating cleaning equipment such as vacuums and floor buffing machines

Ability to safely handle and mix cleaning chemicals

Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions

Knowledge of WHMIS and safe chemical handling practices

Strong attention to detail and cleanliness

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Positive written and verbal communication skills

Professional and respectful when interacting with tenants, contractors, and staff

Strong commitment to workplace health and safety

Physically capable of performing caretaking and cleaning duties

Valid Class G driver's license

Reliable personal transportation required for work-related duties

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods

Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling

Ability to move garbage and recycling bins

Ability to shovel and salt entrances during winter conditions

Ability to operate floor-cleaning and buffing equipment

Ability to clean high and low areas, including overhead surfaces and areas near floors

Ability to move furniture and other items when preparing areas for pest control

Must be physically capable of performing repetitive cleaning and caretaking tasks safely

📌 Caretaker/Cleaner (Winnipeg)
🏢 STRIVE Recruitment
📍 Winnipeg